19 hours since I lost my girl....and how I feel

[Sheenagirl]

I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband and Missy.
I also had to make that decision. I didn't want to, would have done anything not to, but we are our beloved pets caregivers and it is up to us to do the best, right thing.
Yes there are lots of guilty feelings. We want to save them and it nearly kills us when we don't have that kind of power.
You know deep down you did what you had to do.
I miss my Sheena every day also.
One day you just might be called upon to be a caregiver again for another special pet.
RIP Missy, you are in good company at the Rainbow Bridge, fly high with the angels...

[livertw]

I am so sorry for your loss. I still cry for my Daisy, many months later. Missy is pain free.

[Sam's Mom]

I am so saddened reading your story...the loss of your husband and then on top of that your Missy. You have had a very hard road to travel. Wish I could give you a big hug right now!!
Please know....YOU DID THE RIGHT THING for Missy...don't try and second guess and what if yourself.
I know how hard it was...I was in your situation last October with OS.
I know too how empty and tearful the days are for you right now. It WILL get better. Memories of happy times will begin to fill the saddened parts in your heart with smiles in time. You just need time. Do not forget your Angel Girl is still and will always be watching over you and like you said she is with her Daddy.
RIP sweet brave girl and send comfort to your Mom she misses you so.
And remember love does not die.
Sending sincere condolences and prayers your way.
Jane

[Zeus's Mom]

I am so sorry. My Zeus has Osteosarcoma in his right rear knee and hock. We found out about 8 weeks ago.
Was she on meds? How long did she last?

[Missypup]

The day I found out she had cancer I put her down. She was limping for 3 weeks and I guess my poor girl was suffering. I took her to the vet 4 times and her 3rd visit we got x-rays done and there was no sign of cancer at all. Took her back 6 days later and her hole knee was covered in cancer in a starburst effect they called it. The vet told me that there were no options...I could take her home and watch her slowly go down hill....or I could do the best thing for her and me and put her down. She is where she needs to be and that is with her master. I love her so so so much and it was the hardest thing to do ever. She was still healthy, happy, and loving...but, she was hurting...cancer is such a silent, violent killer. I would rather take her life in my hands then let the cancer win.

I wish you luck with your Zeus...take this time together and enjoy it.

I couldn't be with out a dog....it has been 4 full days since my Missy has been gone and I got a puppy last night. I bawled when I got home, felt like I was betraying my dog...but, I will learn to love this one as well.

[amontague]

Originally Posted by Missypup

I couldn't be with out a dog....it has been 4 full days since my Missy has been gone and I got a puppy last night. I bawled when I got home, felt like I was betraying my dog...but, I will learn to love this one as well.

You are NOT betraying Missy in any way. She is looking down on you and she knows how much you love her, and she knows how much you need a dog in your life. She's looking down on your new puppy with love and gratitude that the little guy is helping her mommy through this difficult time. She knows that the pup is an addition to the family, not a replacement.

[observer]

Do NOT feel guilty. You will never do a more loving thing in your life than saving her from more pain. These dogs are so stoic and do not show their pain. You set her free from all that, and she will love you forever and watch over you. In time, you can find a new Rottie to fill some of that empty space.

We have all been where you are and were with MIssy. And we will be again. There's no other way, for those of us who have to have these dogs in our lives.

[Karlan]

I am so sorry you are going though this. Know that you did the right thing for her. I have been there and the pain never goes away but memories help make it better. A part of me died with Coco. I have good days and bad and I cherish every singel memory of her. When I feel strong I let my mind flood with all the things we did together and all her characteristics that made her so special. Sometimes I cannot bear to think about her.
Be strong and confident that she had a great life and was let go with dignity.

[laurlitt]

It is so hard when we realize all the things we miss so dearly about them... even the little things that we took for granted... My thoughts are with you...

[moz205]

Please don't feel guilty. I know that feeling though and just keep telling myself it was the best decision for my guy although not for me. I think of the good days with him and would never wanted him suffer. It's been 1 1/2 yrs for me but that wound opens easily. My thoughts are with you.

[Dimitri]

its only been two weeks for my guy and coming home each day doesn't make it easier and I am still use to him laying down on the floor waiting for me to come take him out for his walk.

[moz205]

Missypup, I got a new pup 4 mths after putting Rommel to sleep. It is not the same and I've had to keep reminding myself, Buddy is not a replacement. I've let go but have not forgotten Rommel. I miss Rommel terribly but also needed a dog in my life. Buddy deserves and is getting a wonderful life in his own right. How wonderful that I can give happiness to another pup and he is doing the same for me. Although there are trying times with a pup as I had forgotten how much work they are (I swear Rommel could read my mind), we're developing a terrific relationship. All my prior dogs have a place in my heart and I am just adding to that with Buddy.